The Vicious Circle
"Break it... or be broken!"
Originally released in 1948. The Vicious Circle is a crime film. directed by W. Lee Wilder. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Conrad Nagel, Fritz Kortner, and Reinhold Schünzel
Synopsis
In Hungary, a rich baron discovers that there are extensive oil deposits underneath nearby properties owned by villagers. He manages to convince all the property owners to sell to him, except for a few properties owned by Jewish families. Infuriated at their refusal to sell to him, he attempts, with the help of some corrupt local police, to have the men charged with the murder of a local woman, who in reality actually committed suicide.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 21, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Vicious Circle about?
In Hungary, a rich baron discovers that there are extensive oil deposits underneath nearby properties owned by villagers. He manages to convince all the property owners to sell to him, except for a...
Who directed The Vicious Circle?
The Vicious Circle was directed by W. Lee Wilder.
How long is The Vicious Circle?
The Vicious Circle has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was The Vicious Circle released?
The Vicious Circle was released on July 21, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Vicious Circle?
The main cast of The Vicious Circle includes Conrad Nagel, Fritz Kortner, Reinhold Schünzel, Philip Van Zandt, Lyle Talbot.